The Rise of Islamist Conservatism in Malaysia
9 min read
Since gaining a foothold in South-East Asia around the 13th century, Islam has been a major influence on political life in the region. What lies ahead?
Whose Land Is This Anyway?
7 min read
The Sarawak perimeter survey conducted by the Land and Survey Department shows how much officials are – truly or deliberately – in the dark over the customary land rights of native Sarawakians.
Penang’s Punk Rock Haven
5 min read
Underground music is alive and well in George Town at a place called Soundmaker Studio. Contrary to being the Satanic boogeyman it is perceived to be, punk rock fosters ethnic relations and subculture in ways that only music can.
A Worthy Dozen at the Esplanade
4 min read
The inaugural Tropfest SEA took Penang by storm, uniting audiences from near and far for one night of films under the stars.
Sungai Lembing – A World of Ore-some Tunnels and Rainbows
5 min read
A trip to Sungai Lembing is a trip both into the past and into the bosom of Mother Nature. The magic of darkness and light awaits the valiant traveller into this part of Pahang.
Beyond the MDGs
7 min read
The clock is ticking for the MDGs, and it is time to look beyond. The deadline for achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) in 2015 is fast approaching, but global progress has been uneven.
Let’s be fair to women – especially homemakers
5 min read
This year’s UN theme for International Women’s Day is “Equality for women is progress for all”. Yet second class treatment of women is s...
Price Among Slaves: An 18th-century Slave Story Still Relevant for Malaysia
4 min read
Michael Wolfe, executive producer at Unity Productions Foundation (UPF), writer, lecturer and long-time advocate for human rights speaks to Penang Monthly about producing the documentary, Prince Among Slaves.
Making The Young Think Green
4 min read
Since the re-launch of Straits Green’s “playground by the sea” in August last year, the community park in Seri Tanjung Pinang has become host to a project called Think Green and is a hotspot of sustainable eco-friendly practices.
Towards A Bicycling Penang
4 min read
New bike lanes are appearing all around the state, and local authorities have a master plan to turn the island into a haven for bike riders.
21st Century PAS
8 min read
Malaysia’s Islamist party speaks the language of inclusiveness and balances itself between conservatism and progressiveness. This is in no way an easy task.
Go Ridesharing and Reduce Traffic Instantly!
3 min read
While waiting for the public transport system and road networks to improve, ridesharing, or carpooling, promises to be a quicker way to reduce traffic and save cost.